With a specialization in business valuation, I assist clients in ensuring optimal deals tailored to each unique situation. My clientele spans diverse industries, including professional services, food and beverage, engineering and architecture firms, and various niche sectors. My expertise includes facilitating shareholder buy-ins and buy-outs, estate and gift tax planning, fair value reporting, and modeling complex financial instruments such as embedded derivatives. Additionally, I provide consulting on a host of valuation related topics.

What excites me about business valuation is the combination of art and science. The art involves understanding the dynamics between economics and specific industry environments, while evaluating the financial and operational performance and risks of a business. My clients appreciate this nuanced expertise, whether I'm determining the fair value of derivative instruments or advising on strategies to enhance their business's value.

I am adept at identifying and applying new and changing technical items to both existing and new projects. My broad business and industry knowledge, coupled with a deep understanding of client organizations, allows me to bring valuable technical resources to current and prospective projects. I stay abreast of new technical avenues and lead efforts to integrate them into client projects, ensuring technology is leveraged to its fullest potential. I also identify risk areas for engagement teams and develop contingency plans to ensure successful outcomes, while remaining alert to possible technical issues and anticipating effective remedies.

With over 20 years of experience, I frequently consult clients on complex valuation challenges, providing insights and solutions that drive their business forward. I hold a B.A. in economics from the University of Colorado and am a member of the CFA Society of Colorado.

In my free time, I enjoy mountain biking, running, skiing, and exploring the Rocky Mountains.

James Drybanski